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Director of Special Projects

gpac

Job Description

Director of Special Projects

Commercial Construction


My client is seeking a Director of Special Projects to lead a growing commercial construction division focused on negotiated renovation and ground-up projects, typically ranging from approximately $2M-$15M.


This is a high-visibility leadership role for someone who can guide projects from pursuit and preconstruction through execution, while leading estimating, project management, and field teams.


The right person will combine strong construction judgment, financial discipline, and client leadership with the ability to build a team and grow a division.


Responsibilities

  • Lead the Special Projects division
  • Oversee estimating, project management, and field operations
  • Drive project strategy, staffing, budgets, schedules, and execution
  • Manage financial performance, risk, and client expectations
  • Support business development and strengthen client relationships
  • Develop team members and improve accountability across the division
  • Partner with executive leadership on growth and operational priorities
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of commercial construction experience
  • Experience leading renovation and ground-up projects
  • Strong knowledge of estimating, scheduling, project management, and field operations
  • Proven ability to lead people and manage project performance
  • Strong business judgment and client-facing communication skills
Why This Opportunity?
  • High percentage of negotiated work
  • Direct influence on strategy, operations, and client relationships
  • Visible role within company leadership
  • Strong platform for long-term growth and impact

All inquiries are CONFIDENTIAL.


For more information, contact View email address on click.appcast.io c

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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